Pelargonium vitifolium

Grapeleaf Geranium

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Common Name: 

Grapeleaf Geranium

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Maximum temperature: 

40°C

Minimum temperature: 

10°C

Grapeleaf Geranium (Pelargonium vitifolium) - Description

Pelargonium vitifolium is a species of geranium known by the common name grapeleaf geranium. It is native to South Africa, and it is a commonly grown ornamental plant. This is a mostly erect, branching shrub approaching one meter in maximum height. The stems are soft and coated in soft hairs when young and become more woody with age.

Grapeleaf Geranium (Pelargonium vitifolium) - Blooming

Blooms when the weather gets warm.

Grapeleaf Geranium (Pelargonium vitifolium) - Growth

Pelargoniums perform best in climates that have hot, dry days and cool nights, similar to that of western South Africa. There are many species which result in varied plant needs. Can be grown outdoors year round in climates that have mild winters.

Grapeleaf Geranium (Pelargonium vitifolium) - Planting

Sow seeds from late winter to early spring when average temperatures rise above 70F. Stem cuttings can be taken in spring, late summer or early fall.

Grapeleaf Geranium (Pelargonium vitifolium) - Pest

Aphids, whiteflies, and spider mites.

Grapeleaf Geranium (Pelargonium vitifolium) - Interesting facts

Plants in the genus Pelargonium are often times mistaken as members of the genus Geranium. Plants in Pelargonium do have the common name of Geranium, but from a botanical standpoint they are not true Geraniums. Pelargoniums are mostly native to South Africa, while true Geraniums are native to the Northern Hemisphere. Pelargoniums have woody bases and are all perennials, whereas true Geraniums are not all woody-based and include both annuals and perennials.

Grapeleaf Geranium (Pelargonium vitifolium) - Soil and irrigation

Requires good, fast-draining soil.

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